Longney Church of England Primary Academy
62%
Capacity
65
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Longney Church of England Primary Academy
Longney Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 65 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Longney Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Francis, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9590th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 52 in Stroud.
Longney Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 9 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longney Church of England Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Longney Church of England Primary Academy is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Chatter Street, Gloucester, Stroud, GL2 3SL |
| Headteacher | Heather Francis |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 65 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 65 / 105 (62% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9590th of 13,686
Nationally
933rd of 1,469
In South West
37th of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Longney Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Chatter Street, Gloucester
Stroud, GL2 3SL
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